'Making progress': New Jersey wildfire 60% contained as crew battle flames; evacuations ordered

New Jersey firefighters have contained 60% of the Mines Spung Wildfire in Wharton State Forest, which has burned over 5,000 acres since Thursday. The blaze, which prompted evacuations and road closures, is threatening structures in Shamong Township. Helicopters, bulldozers, and ground crews are battling the active fire, with the cause still under investigation, and smoke reaching Pennsylvania and Delaware.

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